Commemorative Events

The warbirds movement in New Zealand is built around ex military aircraft that have been involved in various theatres of war during the past century. These conflicts, regrettable as they may have been, have formed an important part of the service many brave New Zealanders gave to this country.

New Zealand Warbirds honours those that gave their lives during those conflicts; in conjunction with service and community organisations, memorial flypasts are made over city cenotaphs and local services to mark the anniversaries of all who served their country….